We are where YOU are STUDENT HANDBOOK 2014-2015 Fall Semester 2014 New Faculty In-Service August 14, 15, 18 & 19 Thursday - Tuesday In-Service August 20, 21, 22, 25 & 26 Wednesday - Tuesday New Student Registration Program August 25 Monday Mustang Welcome Week August 23 - 30 Saturday - Saturday Begin Fall Semester August 27 Wednesday Start of: Full-semester classes August 27 Wednesday Start of: 1st 5-week Block (A) August 27 Wednesday Start of: 1st 8-week Block (E) August 27 Wednesday Last Day to Add: Full Semester Classes August 29 Friday Last Day to Add: 1st 5-week Block (A) August 28 Thursday Last Day to Add: 1st 8-week Block (E) August 28 Thursday Last Day to Drop: Full Semester Classes October 31 Friday Last Day to Drop: 1st 5-week Block (A) September 12 Friday Last Day to Drop: 1st 8-week Block (E) September 22 Monday Labor Day Holiday September 1 Monday $ Tuition & Fee Payment Deadline September 12 Friday Start of: 12-week Block (D) September 22 Monday Last Day to Add: 12-week Block (D) September 24 Wednesday Last Day to Drop: 12-week Block (D) October 31 Friday End of: 1st 5-week Block (A) September 30 Tuesday Start of: 2nd 5-week Block (B) October 1 Wednesday Last Day to Add: 2nd 5-week Block (B) October 2 Thursday Last Day to Drop: 2nd 5-week Block (B) October 16 Thursday $ Payment Plan Payment Date (2nd) October 10 Friday End of: 1st 8-week Block (E) October 16 Thursday Mid-Semester October 16 Thursday Fall Break October 17 Friday Midterm Grades Due (by 11:59pm) October 20 Monday Start of: 2nd 8-week Block (F) October 20 Monday Last Day to Add: 2nd 8-week Block (F) October 21 Tuesday Last Day to Drop: 2nd 8-week Block (F) November 14 Friday End of: 2nd 5-week block (B) November 4 Tuesday Start of: 3rd 5-week Block (C) November 5 Wednesday Last Day to Add: 3rd 5-week Block (C) November 6 Thursday Last Day to Drop: 3rd 5-week Block (C) November 21 Friday $ Payment Plan Payment Date (3rd & Final) November 7 Friday EarlyRegistration/Assessment Day– November 11 Tuesday (No Day Classes) Thanksgiving Holiday November 26, 27, 28 Wednesday - Friday End of: Full-semester classes, C,D, & F December 11 Thursday Blocks Examination Period December 12, 15, 16 Friday, Monday, Tuesday All Grades Due (by noon) December 17 Wednesday No Activities from December 8 through December 19 without Permission of the President Western Wyoming Community College Planner and Reference Guide Property of_______________ Phone___________________ Email____________________ 1 Table of Contents Welcome Letter ....................................................................................................3 College Terms You Should Know ....................................................................4, 5 Goals for Student Success .................................................................................6, 7 Academic Advising ..........................................................................................8, 9 Time Management for College Students .............................................................10 Academic Policies .................................................................................... 11 - 20 Class Attendance, Bad Weather, Military Call-up, Completion & Transfer, Due Process, Cheating/Plagiarism, Academic Forgiveness, Hazing, Fire Fighting Equipment, Assault, Harassment, Transcripts, Student Directory, Standards of Conduct, Fireworks & Firearms, Destruction of Property, Advertising, Demonstrations, Alcohol/ Drugs, Solicitation, Social Activities, Smoking Regulations, Academic Grievances, Non-Academic Grievances Student Services ....................................................................................... 22 - 25 Learning Center, Student Development Center, Student Organizations, Intramurals, Associated Student Government, Student Activities, Activity ID Cards Fall 2012 Final Examination Schedule ..............................................................70 Children’s Center, Bookstore, Library ....................................................... 26 - 27 Graduation, Degrees Offered .............................................................................28 Financial Aid .............................................................................................. 29 - 30 Academic Standards for Financial Aid ...................................................... 31 - 33 On-Campus Living, Security, & Meals ...................................................... 34 - 37 Transfer of Credits, Articulation Agreement .............................................. 38 - 41 Accidental Injury Insurance, Americans with Disabilities Act, Coop Education, Affirmative Action, Sexual Harassment of Students ......................................................... 42 - 44 Appreciate Diversity ..........................................................................................45 Time Management .............................................................................................46 How to Use Mustang WebAdvisor ....................................................................47 My Goals ............................................................................................................48 Spring 2014 Final Examination Schedule ..........................................................92 Academic Calendar .................................................................................. 49 - 104 Personal Address and Phone Numbers ............................................................105 Work Schedules........................................................................................106, 107 Student and Teacher Guidelines .......................................................................109 Contacts ............................................................................................................115 Campus Map ....................................................................................................116 2 From the Vice President for Student Success Services... elcome to the Western Wyoming WCommunity College 2014-2015 academic year. We are thrilled that you have chosen us as the place you will continue your education and hope that you will have a fulfilling year. We are proud of the diversity of our student population. You will meet and work with students from many other states and countries, different ethnic and religious backgrounds, and different age groups. Take advantage of all that you can learn from people who come from different cultures and experiences. Western has established goals for student success that we hope will provide you a strong lifetime foundation. We do not want you to simply learn subject-area content, although that is extremely important. We want you to develop communication, research and coping skills that will help you to be an outstanding contributor in your job and society as you move through your life. You are here to learn and achieve your academic goals. We also hope that you will take full advantage of the educational opportunities that are available outside the classroom. Join a special interest club or become a student government leader. Practice your athletic skills in our intramural sports–everything from football to pool. Attend lectures, concerts, and theatrical events. Get a job working for the faculty in your major. In other words, get involved and make the most of your time with us. Should you experience problems while you are here, remember that there are many services to assist students. We have a counseling center, peer tutoring, childcare, and many other support entities on campus. Most of our services are free to you. Enjoy your year. Come in and introduce yourself and tell me how you are doing. I am always available if you are having problems or have questions you aren’t sure who to ask. Best Wishes, Jackie Freeze, Ph.D. Vice President for Student Success Services 3 College Terms You Should Know Academic Alert: Entering students with less than a 2.00 from high school or a previous college and current students who achieve less than a 2.00 are placed in this status. Various measures are utilized to help you address whatever problems are impacting academic success. Accreditation: Approval by an educational or professional organization stating that the college meets the standards determined by this group. Each section of the country has its own accrediting organization. This accreditation helps to facilitate the process of credit transfer. WWCC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of North Central. Advisor: A member of the teaching faculty or professional staff who advises you on course selections and curriculum concerns and can serve as a resource for career and personal concerns. Assessment Requirement for Graduation: All students receiving an associate degree from Western must complete the assessment requirement for graduation. See page 7 for details. Course Load: The number of credit hours you are scheduled to take in a given semester. This is usually 12-18 semester hours for a full-time student. Students should be careful not to take too many hours in any given semester, particularly the first one. Credit Hours: A credit is a certification given for the successful completion of academic work. Usually one lecture period per week for one semester represents an hour of academic work; thus the average three credit hour course will meet for three hours a week all semester . A lab class generally meets for two hours per week per credit hour. Overall, you need a minimum of 64 credit hours in order